“On the tour we practically live out of a suitcase. When packing, function will always win over style, which is why I am so impressed with this collection,” said Roddick, who will wear the new line exclusively on court. “I never would have believed 10 years ago that I would have a signature collection with Lacoste.”

The player, who has time to focus on his clothing launch in the wake of an injury that benched him from the French Open last month, joked about showing off his new style, asking, "Is it tacky to wear your own collection all the time?" Lacoste would undoubtedly say, no.